Garraka, an ancient phantom god, plots revenge in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire with a dangerous aim. His plan involved rallying every ghost to assist in turning the world into a freezing wasteland, bringing death through fear.
His immense power allowed him to communicate with ghosts long before being freed from his orb. The Ghostbusters face a unique threat, as Garraka can bypass their proton packs, freezing them and making them useless.
Nadeem’s fire powers ignite hope in the battle against GarrakaTo counter Garraka, the Ghostbusters enlist Nadeem, a firemaster descended from the group who originally imprisoned the villain. Nadeem’s ability to control fire becomes crucial in overcoming Garraka, with his powers complementing Phoebe’s proton pack, which has been upgraded with brass to prevent it from freezing.
Although the battle is tough, the ghost containment cell plays a vital role in trapping Garraka after he is defeated. The portal between the ghost world and the human world closes, and everything, including the people, defrosts.
While Garraka’s plot might have been long in the making, his time was fleeting. The brass used to trap him is not explained in full, but it is likely an ancient material easily manipulated by the firemasters to stop Garraka’s power.
How Phoebe’s Ionic Separator Turns Her Into A Ghost
Phoebe wondered if Ray had ever thought about being a ghost. Her curiosity stemmed from a desire to briefly experience what it would be like to exist in the same dimensional space as Melody, the ghost she had befriended.
The ionic separator was typically used to detach a ghost from an object, but it had never been tested on humans. Phoebe, however, was willing to take the risk of using it on herself in order to be with Melody.
The ionic separator worked by separating Phoebe’s spirit from her body, thus allowing her to exist in the same dimension as Melody. However, her body was left behind, and Phoebe could only remain as a ghost for two minutes, or she risked severe consequences.
After exactly two minutes, her spirit was automatically returned to her physical body, though she was left feeling cold due to the brief separation of her spirit from her form.
Why Melody Betrays Garraka & Vanishes In Frozen Empire’s Ending
At first, Melody appeared loyal to Garraka, believing that helping him would reunite her with her family. However, as she spent more time with Phoebe, she realized that Garraka couldn’t help her move on and that she needed to do so herself.
Melody betrays Garraka, joining Phoebe and Nadeem to defeat him. By holding onto a matchbox, Melody helped turn the tide of the battle. After Garraka’s defeat, Melody vanished, her particles becoming part of the universe, symbolizing her freedom.
This act of letting go marked her redemption, as she finally chose to move on with her afterlife rather than relying on Garraka for a reunion with her family.
What’s Next For Nadeem As A Firemaster After Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire?
Nadeem, who once dismissed his grandmother’s belongings as worthless, later realized their importance in saving the world. After learning to control his firemaster powers and defeating Garraka, he may spend time uncovering more about his ancestors and the role they played in containing Garraka.
Nadeem might also seek guidance on refining his firebending-like abilities and continue working to guard the ghost containment, ensuring that Garraka doesn’t escape again.
Who Is On The New Ghostbusters Team?
In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the focus changes heavily to the Spengler family, with Gary Grooberson also playing a key role. By the end of the film, Callie, Phoebe, Trevor, and Gary, along with Lucky, Lars Pinfield, and Podcast, form the core team that will continue the fight against the ghosts.
An unstoppable ghost threatens to freeze the world into chaosThough Venkman, Winston, and Melnitz helped during the battle with Garraka, they are unlikely to join the Spenglers full-time. Ray may be more interested in contributing during his “golden years,” offering assistance when needed.
How Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’s Ending Sets Up A Sequel
Though Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire lacks an official post-credits scene, its ending, where escaped ghosts cause chaos across New York City, hints at what the next installment might focus on.
The Ghostbusters team will likely need to find and capture these ghosts once more, with one of them potentially emerging as a major threat. Director Gil Kenan has already mentioned ideas for future sequels, though nothing has been confirmed yet.
With so many ghosts free, the next big villain in the franchise could be one of them.
The Real Meaning Of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’s Ending
The film looks into the themes of family and the sense of being an outsider, particularly through Phoebe’s character. She struggles with feeling overlooked by her family, especially regarding her abilities, and her journey highlights loneliness and a desire for connection.
Phoebe’s friendship with Melody becomes a turning point, as it teaches her that family can be a source of support and understanding. The Spenglers, by the end, learn essential lessons about what it means to be a family.
Phoebe learns to rely on her family, Callie trusts Phoebe, and Gary realizes that parenthood isn’t always easy. Despite the challenges, they form a solid unit, both as a family and as Ghostbusters.
